Japan – Scott #s 1536-37

Description

Japan (Nippon) — Wildlife Birds: Crested Serpent Eagle & Okinawa Grassbird (Scott 2536–2537)

This mint never hinged two-stamp commemorative set from Japan, cataloged as Scott #2536–2537, features two bird species associated with Japan’s southern islands, illustrated in finely detailed naturalistic style.

• Scott #2536 (60¥) — Crested Serpent Eagle (Spilornis cheela perplexus), a powerful raptor native to the Ryukyu Islands, shown with wings partially spread on a bare branch

• Scott #2537 (60¥) — Okinawa Grassbird (Megalurus pryeri pryeri), a small, elusive songbird endemic to Okinawa, depicted perched among vertical reeds

Issued as part of Japan’s ongoing wildlife and conservation-themed commemoratives, the stamps highlight regional biodiversity and lesser-known endemic species. The balanced compositions, restrained color palette, and careful rendering reflect the precision and calm aesthetic typical of modern Japanese nature issues.

Both stamps are offered mint never hinged with full original gum. Condition is clean throughout, with fresh color, sharp printing, and intact perforations. A strong matched pair for collectors of Japan, birds on stamps, or conservation-focused philately.